When Going Through Hell... Don't Stop! A Survivor's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and Clinical Depression (Paperback)

~ Douglas G. Bloch (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

Douglas Bloch exhibits the traits of a true survivor. The techniques he used to recover from depression can be used by others who are struggling to overcome a difficult ordeal. A rare accomplishment. -- Al Siebert, Ph.D., author of The Survivor Personality

Douglas Bloch has written a triumphant, poignant account of his successful battle with a depression which nearly took his life. He lays bare his soul and reveals how he came through. This book is an important and valuable contribution to the millions of people who suffer from depression and to the doctors who treat them. -- Larry Dossey, M.D., author of Reinventing Medicine

Douglas Bloch writes with the insight and power of message only available to someone who has walked in some of the deepest darkness a human can know. When Going Through Hell, Dont Stop is much more than one mans journey. It is a powerful contribution to anyone seeking help for themselves or someone they love. -- Mary Manin Morrissey, author of Building Your Field of Dreams

Product Description

In this groundbreaking book, self-help author Douglas Bloch shares his struggle with and ultimate recovery from a life-threatening depressive illness. Although the managed care mental health system failed to provide him with adequate treatment, Mr. Bloch devised a daily survival plan for living in hell which he adopted until the power of spirit, acting through a group of committed, loving people, brought about his recovery.

In addition to his compelling story, Mr. Bloch outlines a fourteen point brain maintenance programa holistic approach to the treatment of anxiety and depression that includes: diet; nutrition; exercise; stress-reduction; medication; vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements; and the importance of creating strong bonds of social support (social isolation is both a cause and consequence of depression).

The book also includes a comprehensive 130 page self-help section on treating depression, including a 10 page listing of Internet sites for on-line healing assistance.

Moreover, the narrative is complemented by paintings from historys great artists that visually depict the various states of mind that the author experienced. In receiving words and images that stimulate both sides of the brain, the reader is given a complete picture of the journey from depression to recovery.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 298 pages
• Publisher: Pallas Communications (November 26, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0929671023
• ISBN-13: 978-0929671024
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #340,108 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A powerful healing resource, January 21, 2000

By	Ann Garrett (Portland, Oregon) - See all my reviews

When Going Through Hell...Don't Stop! is a monumental work. It offers a compelling story of one person's valiant struggle against a life-threatening depressive illness as well as a comprehensive self-help manual on treating depression. What I liked most is that the book is so accessible. It lays out practical coping strategies that a person suffering from depression or their caregiver can use on a daily basis. I also like that the author was healed by spiritual intervention, showing that alternatives do exist when drugs don't work. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with depression or anxiety, or to anyone who wants to give a loved one with a depressive disorder the gift of hope.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank God For This Book, June 12, 2005

By	G. Reid (Roseland, NJ) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

Thank God for this book. I am going through hell with anxiety and clinical depression. This book has coping strategies. I think most readers know something about clinical depression. Yet it is the combination of clinical depression and anxiety that is so devestating. This book attacks the combination.

The hardest part is that one can't stop when in this sickness. The only solution is to keep going. Hence, the perfect title for this book which is "When Going Through Hell, Don't Stop." If one stops, then one drowns in the condition.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive and compassionate, January 25, 2001

By A Customer

I appreciated his thoroughness. Lots of web sites to contact for all types of depression. Also a strong focus on spirituality. It gives everyday help.